Stay updated with the top judiciary exam current affairs for judiciary, APO, and JLO exams as of 11 March 2025. This blog covers key events like the India-Kyrgyzstan military exercise, new tiger reserves, and RBI penalties, helping you ace your exams
Introduction
Staying updated with current affairs is crucial for cracking judiciary, APO, and JLO exams. This blog covers the top current affairs as of 11 March 2024, including the India-Kyrgyzstan military exercise, the declaration of Madhav National Park as a tiger reserve, and the RBI’s penalties on NBFC-P2P lending platforms. These updates are essential for your exam preparation and will help you stay ahead of the competition.
1. India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR-XII Begins
- Event: The 12th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR-XII is being held in Kyrgyzstan from 11 to 23 March 2024.
- Objective: The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism and special forces operations in urban and mountainous terrains.
- Key Areas: Advanced skills like sniping, complex building intervention, and mountain craft will be emphasized.
- Strategic Importance: This exercise strengthens defence ties between India and Kyrgyzstan and addresses common security concerns like terrorism and extremism.
Quick Facts:
- Capital of Kyrgyzstan: Bishkek
- Currency: Kyrgyzstani Som (KGS)
- President: Sadyr Japarov (as of 2024)
2. New Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh
- Event: Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh has been declared India’s 58th Tiger Reserve.
- Significance: This move reinforces Madhya Pradesh’s status as the “Tiger State of India” and highlights India’s commitment to wildlife conservation.
- Key Features:
- Location: Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh
- Area: 375 sq km
- Wildlife: Tigers, leopards, Indian gazelle (Chinkara), and over 200 bird species.
Quick Facts:
- Total Tiger Reserves in MP: 9
- India’s Tiger Reserves: 58
3. Former Odisha Minister Ananta Das Passes Away at 85
- Event: Former Odisha Cabinet Minister and senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Ananta Das passed away at the age of 85.
- Contributions: Das was a four-time MLA from the Bhogarai constituency and served as the Minister for Higher Education and Industries in the Naveen Patnaik government.
- Legacy: He played a significant role in Odisha’s administrative and legislative framework and established the Bhogarai Vikas Parishad for regional development.
Quick Facts:
- Political Party: Biju Janata Dal (BJD)
- Constituency: Bhogarai
4. RBI Imposes ₹76.6 Lakh Penalty on Four NBFC-P2P Lending Platforms
- Event: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a total penalty of ₹76.6 lakh on four NBFC-P2P lending platforms for non-compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Key Penalties:
- Fairassets Technologies India Pvt. Ltd. (Faircent): ₹40 lakh
- Visionary Financepeer Pvt. Ltd.: ₹16.6 lakh
- Bridge Fintech Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (Finzy): ₹10 lakh
- Rang De P2P Financial Services Ltd.: ₹10 lakh
- RBI’s Clarification: The penalties are for regulatory non-compliance and do not affect the validity of transactions.
Quick Facts:
- RBI Subsidiaries: NABARD, SIDBI, NHB
5. India Wins Record Third ICC Champions Trophy
- Event: India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to win the title for a record third time.
- Key Players:
- Player of the Match: Rohit Sharma (76 runs)
- Player of the Series: Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand)
- Historical Achievement: Rohit Sharma became the first captain to lead a team in the final of all four major ICC events.
Quick Facts:
- India’s ICC Champions Trophy Wins: 2002, 2013, 2025
6. Siddhant Banthia and Alexander Donski Win ATP Kigali Challenger Title
- Event: Indian tennis player Siddhant Banthia and his Bulgarian partner Alexander Donski won the ATP Kigali Challenger doubles title.
- Achievement: This marks Banthia’s first ATP Challenger title and a career-high ranking of 196 in ATP doubles.
Quick Facts:
- Tournament Location: Kigali, Rwanda
7. India Wins 6th Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship Title
- Event: The Indian Women’s Kabaddi Team defeated Iran in the final of the 6th Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship held in Tehran.
- Achievement: India secured its fifth Asian Championship title, continuing its dominance in women’s kabaddi.
Quick Facts:
- Total Titles Won by India: 5
8. Syria’s Membership in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Reinstated
- Event: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) reinstated Syria’s membership during an extraordinary meeting in Jeddah.
- Objective: The OIC promotes Islamic solidarity and economic cooperation among its 57 member states.
Quick Facts:
- OIC Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
9. HDFC Bank, Indian Army, and CSC Academy Renew MoU
- Event: HDFC Bank, the Indian Army, and CSC Academy renewed their MoU to expand Project NAMAN to 26 Directorate of Indian Army Veterans (DIAV) locations.
- Objective: The project provides pension-related services, G2C services, and B2C services to Army veterans and their families.
Quick Facts:
- Project NAMAN: Aims to support Army veterans through skill development and financial services.
10. Vikas Kaushal Appointed as HPCL CMD
- Event: Vikas Kaushal was appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for a five-year term.
- Background: Kaushal has over three decades of experience in the energy, oil, and gas sectors.
Quick Facts:
- HPCL Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra
FAQs Section
- Where is the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR-XII being held?
- Kyrgyzstan
- Which national park was declared India’s 58th Tiger Reserve?
- Madhav National Park, Madhya Pradesh
- Who was the former Odisha Minister who passed away recently?
- Ananta Das
- How much penalty did RBI impose on Visionary Financepeer Pvt. Ltd.?
- ₹16.6 lakh
- Which team did India defeat to win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
- New Zealand
- Who won the ATP Kigali Challenger doubles title in 2025?
- Siddhant Banthia and Alexander Donski
- Which country won the 6th Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship title?
- India
- Which country’s membership was reinstated in the OIC in 2024?
- Syria
- Which bank expanded Project NAMAN to 26 DIAV locations?
- HDFC Bank
- Who has been appointed as the CMD of HPCL in 2024?
- Vikas Kaushal
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
Staying updated with current affairs is essential for judiciary, APO, and JLO exams. The events covered in this blog, from military exercises to wildlife conservation and sports achievements, are crucial for your exam preparation. Make sure to revise these updates regularly and integrate them into your study plan.
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